Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption
Full exemption from all real property taxes on primary residence for 100% P&T disabled veterans.
State BenefitPennsylvaniaTax Benefits
Verified May 12, 2026 against pa.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Pennsylvania
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- $3,000-$6,000+/year
- Where it applies
- Pennsylvania
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption?
Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption is a Pennsylvania tax benefits benefit for veterans. Full exemption from all real property taxes on primary residence for 100% P&T disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $3,000-$6,000+/year.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Pennsylvania residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
100% permanent service-connected disability (or TDIU), OR service-connected blindness/paraplegia/loss of two or more limbs. Must have served during a recognized period of war or armed conflict. Honorably discharged or released under honorable circumstances. PA resident. Annual income at or below $114,637 (as of Jan 1, 2025) creates presumption of financial need.
What Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption covers
Covers
County, municipality, and school district property taxes.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- pa.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption
Who qualifies for Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption?
Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; pennsylvania residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption worth?
The listed value is $3,000-$6,000+/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Disabled Veterans Real Estate Tax Exemption?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.